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Yeast Biotechnology and Biorefinery

Background, Potential and Future Perspective

  • 1st Edition - March 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Anuj K. Chandel, Fanny Machado Jofre, Julio C. Santos, Maria Graças das Almeida Felipe
  • Language: English
  • Paperback ISBN:
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 6 5 6 7 - 6
  • eBook ISBN:
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 6 5 6 8 - 3

Yeast Biotechnology and Biorefinery: Background, Potential and Future Perspective is a comprehensive examination of the pivotal role yeasts play in advancing modern bioref… Read more

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Yeast Biotechnology and Biorefinery: Background, Potential and Future Perspective is a comprehensive examination of the pivotal role yeasts play in advancing modern biorefineries. The book provides an in-depth look at how yeast species are isolated and utilized in the fermentation of biomass-derived sugars to produce ethanol, xylitol, biopolymers, and more. It explores the latest breakthroughs in molecular biology and bioprocessing that address key hurdles in refining biomass, making it an essential resource for those involved in sustainable conversion of lignocellulosic materials into valuable renewable products.

Aside from its technical focus, the book delves into yeast biodiversity and biotechnology, offering insights into synthetic biology and the development of advanced biocatalysts for diverse industrial applications. It covers process engineering strategies, including immobilization techniques and optimized feeding patterns, designed to maximize productivity. The compilation of recent research makes this work invaluable for students, senior scientists, and industry professionals, emphasizing the utility of both established and emerging yeast strains in creating a wide spectrum of biochemicals, biofuels, and nutraceuticals.

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